Melasma treatment that goes beyond skincare
Melasma is a complex form of hyperpigmentation driven by hormones, UV exposure, and inflammation. Most products only treat the surface.
At Laevo, we create personalized prescription formulas designed to reduce pigmentation while protecting your skin barrier and minimizing recurrence.
Assessment takes 5 minutes · Results typically begin within 6–12 weeks
Clinician-reviewed.
Compounded fresh.
Three steps to your prescription formula.
Complete a short assessment
Answer guided questions about your skin, history, and pigmentation. Upload a current photo. Takes under 5 minutes.
A clinician reviews your case
A licensed Canadian medical professional reviews your assessment and designs your personalized formula — not an algorithm.
Compounded and delivered
Made fresh in a licensed pharmacy using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients. Shipped to your door every 30 days. Skip anytime.
Pharmacist-developed formulas
Built by compounding pharmacists with clinical expertise — not by marketing teams optimizing for shelf appeal.
Licensed medical review
Every prescription reviewed by a licensed Canadian medical professional before it's compounded and dispensed.
Licensed Canadian pharmacy
Compounded fresh per order using pharmaceutical-grade ingredients. Every formula is yours, specifically.
Understanding what you're dealing with
Melasma is a chronic form of hyperpigmentation that appears as darker patches, typically on the cheeks, forehead, upper lip, and jawline.
It is more common in women, individuals with medium to deeper skin tones, and those with hormonal triggers such as pregnancy or birth control use.
Unlike typical dark spots, melasma is driven by internal and environmental factors — which is why it often returns if not treated properly. Surface-level brightening is rarely enough.
See our full approach →"Unlike typical dark spots, melasma is driven by internal and environmental factors — which is why it often returns if not treated properly."
This is why aggressive skincare routines often backfire — they target one trigger while inadvertently worsening another.
Multiple triggers.
One structured answer.
Melasma is influenced by overlapping factors — which is why uncoordinated skincare routines often make it worse, not better.
UV exposure
Even small amounts of sun can worsen pigment production and undo weeks of progress.
Hormones
Estrogen and progesterone directly influence melanin activity — especially during pregnancy or on birth control.
Inflammation
Irritation from harsh actives can trigger post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation on top of melasma.
Heat & visible light
Often overlooked — infrared and visible light can stimulate melanocytes even without direct UV exposure.
Why most melasma treatments don't work
Most people cycle through products without a clear plan. The result is a disrupted skin barrier, frustrated expectations, and melasma that keeps returning.
Melasma requires consistency and structure — not trial and error.
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Using multiple actives at once
Layering acids, retinols, and brighteners causes irritation that worsens pigmentation.
Damaging the skin barrier
A compromised barrier triggers inflammation — a core driver of melasma recurrence.
No long-term strategy
Products without a maintenance plan lead to pigmentation returning within weeks.
Stopping too early
Abandoning treatment before 8–12 weeks prevents any meaningful, lasting improvement.
How Laevo treats melasma differently
Treatment is personalized, progressive, and designed to work as a coordinated system — not isolated products layered without structure.
Prescription-strength pigment regulators — clinically active ingredients targeting melanin overproduction at the source.
Controlled retinoid therapy — calibrated to your tolerance to promote cell turnover without barrier disruption.
Anti-inflammatory support — reducing irritation-driven pigmentation and protecting against rebound.
Barrier-repair ingredients — maintaining skin integrity so your formula works without causing damage.
Reducing existing pigmentation — targeting the root cause, not just the surface appearance.
Preventing rebound pigmentation — a structured maintenance approach so melasma doesn't return after treatment.
Supporting long-term skin stability — building a foundation that makes your skin more resilient over time, not just clearer short-term.
How long does melasma treatment take?
Melasma does not improve overnight. Consistency matters more than intensity.
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Early improvement in tone
Initial brightening and reduction in surface pigmentation. Cell turnover begins to accelerate.
More visible changes
Patchy pigmentation starts to lift. Skin tone becomes more even. Most patients notice meaningful improvement in clarity and texture.
Progressive gains
Formula strength progresses. Ongoing maintenance prevents rebound pigmentation and supports long-term stability.
Maintenance to prevent recurrence
Melasma is a chronic condition. Long-term maintenance — adjusted over time — is what prevents it from returning.
Individual results vary. Timeline is illustrative. Your clinician sets realistic expectations based on your specific skin profile and history.
Is this right for you?
This treatment may be suitable if you recognize yourself in any of the following.
You have persistent melasma that hasn't responded to serums or brightening products
You notice pigmentation worsening with sun exposure, heat, or hormonal changes
You've tried multiple over-the-counter products without lasting improvement
You prefer a guided, structured treatment approach over self-guided trial and error
You want prescription-strength care without waiting months for a dermatologist
"I'd been dealing with melasma for three years. I finally have something that's actually working on it."
Melasma · Post-pregnancy · Age 38
"Within 8 weeks I could see a difference. Nothing from a pharmacy shelf had touched it."
Acne · Hormonal · Age 34
Not off-the-shelf skincare.
Prescription treatment designed for your skin.
Compounded fresh
Made per order in a licensed Canadian compounding pharmacy — not manufactured in bulk for the mass market.
Personalized to you
Formulas are based on your skin type, history, and pigmentation pattern — not a generic protocol for the average patient.
Long-term stability
Structured to reduce existing pigmentation and prevent it from returning — not just deliver short-term results.
Guided progression
Strength increases gradually. Barrier protection is built in from day one so your skin is never overwhelmed.
"This is not another brightening serum. This is a clinical system designed to work — and keep working."
Find your formulaFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before starting.
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Can I get this without seeing a dermatologist in person?
Yes. You complete an online skin assessment, and a licensed Canadian clinician reviews your case before any prescription is issued. There's no waitlist and no clinic visit required.
Is this safe for darker skin tones?
Yes. Treatment is customized based on your skin type and pigmentation pattern. Special care is taken to minimize risk of irritation and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which can be a concern with aggressive approaches on deeper skin tones.
Will melasma come back after treatment?
Melasma can recur — it's a chronic condition. This is why maintenance and a long-term skincare strategy are built into the Laevo approach, not treated as an afterthought. Ongoing treatment helps prevent rebound pigmentation.
Do I need to stop my current skincare routine?
In many cases, your routine will be simplified as part of treatment. Layering multiple actives is a common cause of barrier disruption that worsens melasma. Your clinician will provide guidance based on your current products.
Is this available across Canada?
Yes. Your formula is compounded in a licensed Canadian pharmacy and shipped directly to your home anywhere in Canada. The entire process — assessment, clinician review, compounding, and delivery — happens online.
How is this different from a single-ingredient product?
A single-ingredient product is not a system. Laevo combines prescription-grade ingredients with clinical oversight, barrier support, and progressive adjustment — all in one formula. It's the difference between a tool and a strategy.
If your pigmentation is related to acne, explore our acne treatment options. For other forms of dark spots, see our hyperpigmentation treatment page. Or return to the Laevo homepage to learn more about the full system.
Melasma requires the right treatment,
not more products.
Start a structured, personalized approach designed for long-term results. A licensed clinician reviews every case before any formula is prescribed.
Assessment takes 5 minutes · support@laevo.ca · 1 (888) 482-4852